How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

Babysitters can create detailed profiles, search and apply to jobs, message with families, and book interviews for free on Sittercity. Babysitters have the option to pay for background checks to run on themselves to stand out to families. However, families can also offer to pay for background checks on babysitters as well.

How much do babysitters make?

According to the latest Sittercity data, babysitters in the US typically charge $17.50 an hour. But your hourly rate can vary significantly depending on the cost of living in your area, the duties and responsibilities in the job description, and your state’s minimum wage laws. There’s no perfect calculator to determine your rate, but it’s important to factor in everything you have to offer a family.

Why are babysitters taxes important?

There are a lot of risk factors with getting paid “off the books,” but there are also a lot of benefits to getting paid “on the books.” Those benefits include verifiable income, a legal employment history, unemployment benefits, social security and medicare benefits, and worker’s compensation.

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

A babysitter is a child care provider who doesn’t have a regular work schedule with a family. There is a wide range of possibilities in the specifics of a babysitter position and career. Because your work with each family is part-time, you can work with multiple families at the same time. You could provide care through before-school or after-school activities or for nights or weekends when the family needs care.

When do babysitters work?

Depending on the job responsibilities and schedules negotiated with the family, babysitters could work at any time. This includes in the morning, afternoon, evening, or at night. And on weekdays or on the weekend.

How do babysitters find jobs?

On Sittercity, babysitters can browse jobs based on their zip code. They can craft their online resume by creating a detailed profile. They can apply to jobs, message with interested parents, and schedule interviews. Many babysitters will also negotiate a contract with families to make sure the details of the job are clear on both sides.

What are things babysitters do with kids?

There are a lot of fun things that babysitters do with kids. Both indoor and outdoor activities, including arts and crafts projects, baking, sports, and field trips.

How can babysitters make extra money?

There are a few ways that babysitters can make some extra income. They can create relationships with more families to increase their opportunities to get hired for a sitting. Babysitters can also offer to care for kids on holidays so that the parents can celebrate on their own. Like on Valentine’s day.

$19–23/hr
Highland Lake, NY • 22 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Two Children:...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

We seek a caring babysitter for two children, ages elementary and middle school. The job starts on May 7, 2025, with a flexible start date. The schedule is Wednesday to Friday, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Responsibilities include driving the children, helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks,... More

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$15–20/hr
Picatinny Arsenal, NJ • 23 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 5:00pm

We are looking for a babysitter to care for our preschool child on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, starting on May 3, 2025. The ideal candidate has experience with multiple children, tutoring, nanny sharing, and toilet training. You will help with homework, engage in activities, and... More

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$21–25/hr
Hackettstown, NJ • 24 miles away

Wedding sitter needed for 1 year old

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/29

4:00pm - 11:00pm (flexible)

We are from the north shore of Boston. Our son George is the best! He’s in a full toddler phase and enjoys exploring everything.

We are going to a wedding in Hackettstown and are not from the area so we are looking for a sitter. Our son George will be 14 months. We are looking for a one time... More

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$22–23/hr
Sussex, NJ • 13 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Two Children,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for two children, ages preschool and elementary. The schedule starts on June 2, 2025, from 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM on Mondays and Fridays. The sitter provides a safe and fun environment, engages the children in activities, prepares meals, and assists with homework. The ideal... More

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$15–25/hr
Matamoras, PA • 13 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Four Kids, Light...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 5:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for four children aged infant to elementary on Tuesdays from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, starting April 22, 2025. The babysitter will supervise playtime, prepare meals, and engage in educational activities. Light housekeeping, such as tidying up and cleaning dishes, is... More

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$24–25/hr
Newton, NJ • 12 miles away

Seeking reliable baby sitter evenings of...

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/03

5:00pm - 10:00pm

In town for family celebration with my two: 18 months and 4 y/o and 2.5 y/o niece

Hang with 19 month old from 5-730 (bedtime) then two older kids may get dropped off to be put to sleep around 8 pm. Stay with sleeping kids

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$25–26/hr
Newton, NJ • 12 miles away

Looking for reliable sitter 5/3 and 5/4...

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/04 - 05/05

7:00pm - 12:00am (flexible)

Visiting the area for a family wedding with my two boys and niece
Ages 19 months, 2.5 years and 4 years

Looking for someone to put the kids to sleep and stay with them until the adults get home

Must have reference and be willing to face time to meet prior

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$10–11/hr
Analomink, PA • 23 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for our preschool-age child starting on April 8, 2025, with flexible scheduling options. The babysitter engages our child in fun and educational activities, ensures a safe environment, and prepares snacks as needed. The ideal candidate is comfortable... More

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$10–26/hr
Hackettstown, NJ • 24 miles away

Seeking Babysitter to Care for Toddler and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a caring babysitter for our two children, a toddler and an infant, starting on April 8, 2025, with some flexibility. The sitter will provide attentive supervision, engage in age-appropriate activities, change diapers, prepare simple meals, and follow daily routines for both children. Safety... More

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$22–30/hr
Milford, PA • 9 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Toddlers, Meal...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 3:00pm

We need a babysitter to care for two toddlers from April 14, 2025. The hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, assisting with toilet training, and engaging the children in learning activities. The sitter should handle... More

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$20–24/hr
Milford, PA • 9 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Elementary Child,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 8:30am

We need a babysitter for one elementary school child, starting on April 14, 2025. The schedule is Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 6:30 AM to 8:00 AM. The babysitter drives the child to school and activities, prepares meals and snacks, and ensures a safe environment. The... More

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$18–25/hr
Skytop, PA • 21 miles away

Caregiver needed for 2 kids - 16 months...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/10 - 05/11

6:00pm - 1:00am

We seek a responsible babysitter for our two children, 16 months and 4.5 years. We will be staying at Camp Cadensis for my brother-in-law’s wedding. We need a sitter for bedtime until we get back to the cabin after the reception. The job starts on May 10, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 1:00 AM (probably... More

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$18–22/hr
Sussex, NJ • 13 miles away

Part-time (long-term) sitter needed for 1 Boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

Hello! I’m looking for a part-time babysitter/nanny starting asap for my soon to be 2-year-old boy. This is a year-round position, 2-3 days a week for 3 hours per day.

I work from home and need someone for a couple of hours to entertain my very energetic boy. He loves to play outside, dance,... More

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$21–25/hr
Hackettstown, NJ • 24 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 6:00pm

We need a reliable babysitter for two children, ages 3 and 10. The job starts approximately around May 1st 2025, (possibly sooner) on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and every other Friday and Saturday from 8:00am-9:00am and again from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Responsibilities include driving the children to and... More

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